1974 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi A 112 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Ford |
| Model | A 112 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 72 L |
